Gilwell Park is set in 108 acres on beautiful woodland north east of London, on the edge of Epping Forest. The site is easily accessible from the M25 yet it still gives the feeling of being in the great outdoors. Gilwell is the home of Scouting in the UK. It’s one of our biggest centres and boasts excellent facilities that rival any activity centre.

Hawkhirst is situated in Northumberland in Kielder Forest on the edge of Kielder Water. The centre covers 70 acres and boasts a wide range of water and land-based activities, including a new climbing tower and high ropes course.

How do I find Gilwell Park?

This year we’ve added a 3rd off site car park due to limited space in the car park at Chingford Plains. Please follow the directions map to the off site car park after dropping your group and equipment at Gilwell Park. Our Traffic Management Team will advise you which car park to go to.